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sweetsoverloaad's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
maddie_orart's review against another edition
2.0
Full review posted on Of Reading and Random Things
After finishing Ice Like Fire, I found myself feeling the way I did after I read Glass Sword. I didn’t like Glass Sword, and as much as I don’t want to say it, I’m disappointed in Ice Like Fire. The difference is, I don’t mind not liking Glass Sword because I didn’t really like Red Queen either (not as much as other people do), but I really liked Snow Like Ashes and I was really looking forward to Ice Like Fire.
I’ve mentioned before that I love the setting. Primoria, with its 8 different kingdoms is very intriguing. I love the way that each kingdom has its own defining characteristics, the way the people looked, the way they dress, their interests and many other things. In Ice Like Fire, we get to travel to the other kingdoms that were only briefly mentioned in Snow Like Ashes. Summer, Yakim, and Ventralli are so different from each other as well as the other kingdoms and it’s very interesting to read about. But at the same time, it could get confusing. There’s so much information to remember that sometimes it can be difficult to keep track of which king/queen is from where, what capital is in which kingdom and things like that. It’s great that there’s a map, it’s very useful.
One of the biggest problems I had with this book is the fact that almost nothing happened. I have to say that I was so bored reading the first two-thirds of the book. I can’t even say half because I don’t think anything interesting really happened until almost the end of the book. And by the time something actually happened, it was too little too late. I was already bored and even though the ending was interesting, I couldn’t make myself care anymore. Everything is way too easy for the characters, there is no challenge at all and I don’t find it believable. I actually slammed my head against thewall sofa and rolled my eyes so many times.
I told my friend that Ice Like Fire could be split into 5 parts. One part should be combined with the first book, one part with the last book, and the other 3 parts should just go away. I’m sorry if I sound mean, but I’m just so sad. I feel like Snow Like Ashes could be great as a standalone, maybe some things could be added to answer the unanswered questions, but otherwise, it could be a standalone. I’m still going to read Frost Like Night eventually, but I have a feeling I already know what’s going to happen.
After finishing Ice Like Fire, I found myself feeling the way I did after I read Glass Sword. I didn’t like Glass Sword, and as much as I don’t want to say it, I’m disappointed in Ice Like Fire. The difference is, I don’t mind not liking Glass Sword because I didn’t really like Red Queen either (not as much as other people do), but I really liked Snow Like Ashes and I was really looking forward to Ice Like Fire.
I’ve mentioned before that I love the setting. Primoria, with its 8 different kingdoms is very intriguing. I love the way that each kingdom has its own defining characteristics, the way the people looked, the way they dress, their interests and many other things. In Ice Like Fire, we get to travel to the other kingdoms that were only briefly mentioned in Snow Like Ashes. Summer, Yakim, and Ventralli are so different from each other as well as the other kingdoms and it’s very interesting to read about. But at the same time, it could get confusing. There’s so much information to remember that sometimes it can be difficult to keep track of which king/queen is from where, what capital is in which kingdom and things like that. It’s great that there’s a map, it’s very useful.
One of the biggest problems I had with this book is the fact that almost nothing happened. I have to say that I was so bored reading the first two-thirds of the book. I can’t even say half because I don’t think anything interesting really happened until almost the end of the book. And by the time something actually happened, it was too little too late. I was already bored and even though the ending was interesting, I couldn’t make myself care anymore. Everything is way too easy for the characters, there is no challenge at all and I don’t find it believable. I actually slammed my head against the
I told my friend that Ice Like Fire could be split into 5 parts. One part should be combined with the first book, one part with the last book, and the other 3 parts should just go away. I’m sorry if I sound mean, but I’m just so sad. I feel like Snow Like Ashes could be great as a standalone, maybe some things could be added to answer the unanswered questions, but otherwise, it could be a standalone. I’m still going to read Frost Like Night eventually, but I have a feeling I already know what’s going to happen.
uruseibaka's review against another edition
DNF at 12%
From the first page, I've noticed that the writing style has significantly improved from the first book. I was determined to soldier through the whole trilogy and I thought that would be enough to make me finish it but I realized I was wasting time.
Yes, there were improvements but the story still lacked that essential something that would draw me in. I don't know if I'll ever pick this up again so for now, it's a DNF.
From the first page, I've noticed that the writing style has significantly improved from the first book. I was determined to soldier through the whole trilogy and I thought that would be enough to make me finish it but I realized I was wasting time.
Yes, there were improvements but the story still lacked that essential something that would draw me in. I don't know if I'll ever pick this up again so for now, it's a DNF.
harleyrae's review against another edition
4.0
3.5/5 Stars
This book was slightly disappointing. While I enjoyed Smithey story as a whole, it was incredibly slow paced. This book was almost 500 pages and it felt like nothing happened till the last 100 pages. While it was nice to continue on with the story there just didn’t seem to be much here. I felt like I was able to guess all but a few things that happened in the ending. I’m hoping that the 3rd book finishes on a stronger note.
This book was slightly disappointing. While I enjoyed Smithey story as a whole, it was incredibly slow paced. This book was almost 500 pages and it felt like nothing happened till the last 100 pages. While it was nice to continue on with the story there just didn’t seem to be much here. I felt like I was able to guess all but a few things that happened in the ending. I’m hoping that the 3rd book finishes on a stronger note.
fatimareadsbooks's review against another edition
3.0
[3.5 stars]
I am a mess of emotions right now. Review to come.
I am a mess of emotions right now. Review to come.
sccrethistory's review against another edition
4.0
Me duele la verdad darle solo 4 estrellas, pero es que se me ha hecho muy largo
empezemos pues con esto
antes de nada deciros que me ha parecido un libro de transicion y como suele pasar en las segundas partes, ha sido muy flojo, lo que no quita que me haya gustado
Vemos como el personaje de Meira crece muchisimo durante este libro y cada vez es mas independiente, lo que hace que este personaje me encanta. El personaje de Mather tambien mejora y hace que me enamore de el. Ademas, en este libro se introduce un nuevo personaje, la princesa de Verano ceridwen que me ha encantando, mas que encantado me ha enamorado muchisimo y creo que ella y Meira son grandes amigas (si llegan a estar juntas hago una fiesta)
pero despues llegamos a lo malo Theron, en el primer libro no le soportaba demasiado, pero es que en este libro le he odiado, todo el rato he sentido que solo queria a Meira para sus propositos y odiaba eso, utilizaba el status de Meira para intentar atraerla a el, y lo odio
Ya dejando atras los personajes, creo que el final de la trilogia pinta muy bien y sufro por tener que esperar
8/10 y 4/5 estrellas
empezemos pues con esto
antes de nada deciros que me ha parecido un libro de transicion y como suele pasar en las segundas partes, ha sido muy flojo, lo que no quita que me haya gustado
Vemos como el personaje de Meira crece muchisimo durante este libro y cada vez es mas independiente, lo que hace que este personaje me encanta. El personaje de Mather tambien mejora y hace que me enamore de el. Ademas, en este libro se introduce un nuevo personaje, la princesa de Verano ceridwen que me ha encantando, mas que encantado me ha enamorado muchisimo y creo que ella y Meira son grandes amigas (si llegan a estar juntas hago una fiesta)
pero despues llegamos a lo malo Theron, en el primer libro no le soportaba demasiado, pero es que en este libro le he odiado, todo el rato he sentido que solo queria a Meira para sus propositos y odiaba eso, utilizaba el status de Meira para intentar atraerla a el, y lo odio
Ya dejando atras los personajes, creo que el final de la trilogia pinta muy bien y sufro por tener que esperar
8/10 y 4/5 estrellas
teeggzz's review against another edition
4.0
*4.25
Was hesitant going into this novel but I actually really enjoyed it even with all of the negative reviews floating around.
So yes this book was kinda slow burning but I actually wasn’t too bothered by that. I loved being able to explore more about Winter, Summer and many of the Rhythm Kingdoms. The plot definitely took an interesting turn that I was not expecting at all. Personally I thought Angra was dead and that the Decay was just spreading and finding new hosts. TBH I wasn’t too far off with my prediction but it still shocked me how amazingly everything tied in with one another.
Theron. Ok so I knew something was up with him. He for starters was so hell bent on opening the chasm and having power that he would steal the key off of Meira and set out by himself. Honestly I thought in the first novel the love was all a ploy so he could get closer to Meira and then steal the magic chasm. But I was wrong, he did actually love Meira but I was not aware that Angra was controlling him.
Mather. Well I actually didn’t mind his perspective. I wasn’t too sure about the Thaw at first but maybe their characters will grow on me. But Alyson’s death and Mathers rebellion really helped with his character development and I felt like the tables were turned this novel. Instead of liking Theron I liked Mather.
The plot twist was so thrilling. The last 100 pages really kicked me in the guts and I was cheering Meira on along the way. I definitely wasn’t expecting the ending I got but I think it really helps set up for a great finale, can’t wait!
Was hesitant going into this novel but I actually really enjoyed it even with all of the negative reviews floating around.
So yes this book was kinda slow burning but I actually wasn’t too bothered by that. I loved being able to explore more about Winter, Summer and many of the Rhythm Kingdoms. The plot definitely took an interesting turn that I was not expecting at all. Personally I thought Angra was dead and that the Decay was just spreading and finding new hosts. TBH I wasn’t too far off with my prediction but it still shocked me how amazingly everything tied in with one another.
Theron. Ok so I knew something was up with him. He for starters was so hell bent on opening the chasm and having power that he would steal the key off of Meira and set out by himself. Honestly I thought in the first novel the love was all a ploy so he could get closer to Meira and then steal the magic chasm. But I was wrong, he did actually love Meira but I was not aware that Angra was controlling him.
Mather. Well I actually didn’t mind his perspective. I wasn’t too sure about the Thaw at first but maybe their characters will grow on me. But Alyson’s death and Mathers rebellion really helped with his character development and I felt like the tables were turned this novel. Instead of liking Theron I liked Mather.
The plot twist was so thrilling. The last 100 pages really kicked me in the guts and I was cheering Meira on along the way. I definitely wasn’t expecting the ending I got but I think it really helps set up for a great finale, can’t wait!
ej_dh's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
edstan's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75